2008. First Edition. First printing. Hardcover. Gold paper covered boards titled in black on the illustrated cover and spine; black endpapers; 88 pp. (12"x12") Fine in a Fine dust jacket.
Full color Illustrations by award winning artist Kadir Nelson who tells the story of Negro League baseball from its beginnings in the 1920s through its decline after Jackie Robinson crossed over to the majors in 1947. The art is incredible. See all your old Negro League favorites. Winner of the Coretta Scott King Book Award 2009.
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